Title: Cleaner Location: St Mary s College, Towooomba. Reports to: Principal Classification: Services Staff Level 1

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1 Title: Cleaner Location: St Mary s College, Towooomba Reports to: Principal Classification: Services Staff Level 1 Directorate: Tenure: Continuing, Full Time The primary role of the Cleaner is to ensure that a high standard of hygiene and cleanliness of school buildings is maintained. The Cleaner is responsible for the cleaning of bathroom facilities, classrooms, hallways, administration areas, other high traffic areas and internal areas of the school. The support provided by the role holder will be guided by Jesus Christ and his teachings as understood and passed on by the Catholic Church other Catholic Church teachings, principles and values relevant legislation, government requirements and best practice Diocesan Strategic Plan, mission, vision, policies, frameworks, procedures and guidelines Essential knowledge and awareness of workplace health and safety standards ability to relate well to children and adults reliable and flexible work ethic ability to work in a team environment, using initiative and with minimal supervision effective relationship building, interpersonal and communication skills empathy with the values and ethos of the Catholic faith current working with children check positive notice issued by Blue Card Services, Department of Justice and Attorney-General, or a willingness to and ability to obtain Desirable experience in a similar role 3.1 contribute to and promote the development, alignment, attainment and review of the strategic goals for the Diocese of Toowoomba Catholic Schools (TCS) 3.2 ensure a high standard of hygiene and cleanliness of school buildings is maintained Role description and Duties statement Page 1 of 5

2 3.3 perform duties in a safe and responsible manner in accordance with School Health and Safety policies and safe work procedures 3.4 collaborate and communicate with other members of the school and members of the other directorates within TCS to ensure that high professional standards are met 3.5 complete other duties that are directed as needs change or grow, if the duties are consistent with the purpose of this position and any relevant legal and/or industrial obligations 4.1 The incumbent performs the role cognisant of and in harmony with the vision and mission of TCS 4.2 The incumbent will work cooperatively with other key stakeholders both within TCS and external agencies to ensure that services are delivered in a planned, coordinated and strategic manner 4.3 The role holder will engage in performance reviews in accordance with TCS policy and procedure 4.4 While at work the role holder must take reasonable care for his or her own health and safety take reasonable care that his or her acts or omissions do not adversely affect the health and safety of other persons comply, so far as the role holder is reasonably able, with any reasonable instruction that is given by the person conducting the business or undertaking to allow the person to comply with the Work Health and Safety Act cooperate with any reasonable policy or procedure of the person conducting the business or undertaking relating to health or safety at the workplace that has been notified to workers Full authority is delegated from the Principal to produce the desired outcomes. Authority to commit funds is restricted to approved budget items and can only be authorised by the Principal. The Cleaner reports directly to the Principal. Other significant relationships exist with members of the Toowoomba Catholic Schools Office, the Executive Director and the members of the Executive Leadership Team (ELT). The information detailed above is an accurate reflection of this role. Attached to this role description is a duties statement that covers a selection of activities in which the incumbent might engage. The list is neither prescriptive nor exhaustive. Principal Name: Mr Michael Newman Signature:.. Page 2 of 5

3 I have read and understood the role as it has been described above. I agree to be employed under this role description. Cleaner Name:. Signature:... Page 3 of 5

4 Cleaner Please note: this statement links to the key result areas in the Role Description 3.1 contribute to and promote the development, alignment, attainment and review of strategic goals for the Diocese of Toowoomba Catholic Schools (TCS) contribute as a member of the school to achieve the strategies set out in the TCS Strategic Plan attend professional development as appropriate document and report on the progress of initiatives in the TCS Strategic Plan as required 3.2 ensure a high standard of hygiene and cleanliness of school buildings is maintained vacuum all classrooms, staffrooms and administration areas mop floors in classrooms, staffrooms and administration areas dust and wipe window sills, benches, surfaces and desks dust all classrooms, staffrooms and administration areas clean windows, mirrors and glass doors hose out and sweep toilet blocks, clean and disinfect urinals, toilets and hand basins replenish toilet paper, soap dispensers and paper towels remove cobwebs hose, sweep or gurney under cover and outdoor areas, steps and verandahs clean drink troughs empty classroom, office and toilet bins into wheelie bins or commercial bins assist school staff when cleaning is requested regularly check high traffic areas and clean as needed collect and place discarded needles, syringes or sharp objects in the container provided in the cleaner s store room turn off all lights, taps, heaters and fans in classrooms, staffrooms and administration areas 3.3 perform duties in a safe and responsible manner in accordance with School Health and Safety policies and safe work procedures wear supplied personal protective equipment be familiar with the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for any chemicals used seek approval from the principal prior to purchasing chemicals/equipment check work area for hazards. identify and report all hazards or unsafe conditions to the principal and minimise risk of injury to people and property participate in the annual school OHS auditing process attend OHS education and training opportunities as requested and apply learning 3.4 collaborate and communicate with other members of the School and members of the other directorates within TCS to ensure that high professional standards are met maintain highly functional and collaborative working relationships with colleagues by interacting effectively, contributing to discussions and seeking advice understand and accept the contributions of others in a multi-disciplinary and collaborative environment to provide a highly competent and seamless service to TCS establish and maintain effective communication networks with stakeholders work collaboratively with stakeholders Page 4 of 5

5 3.5 complete other duties that are directed as needs change or grow, if the duties are consistent with the purpose of this position and any relevant legal and/or industrial obligations duties may include the completion of project work that presents itself during the course of the operational and strategic review of the actions associated with the TCS Strategic Plan I have read and understood this duties statement. I agree to be employed under this duties statement. Cleaner Name:. Signature:... Page 5 of 5